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Defense: Status of Forces

Extending application of the agreement of October 19, 2012 to Curacao.

Agreement effected by exchange of notes at The Hague, November 15, 2018; entered into force April 22, 2020.

Agreement previously signed October 19, 2012: TIAS 13-901.

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U.S. Department of State

The Lessons of 1989: Freedom and Our Future